Press Photo/Lance WynnJames Michael Anderson attempts to shield his face as he leaves 58th District Court after waiving his preliminary hearing Tuesday afternoon. Anderson is accused of embezzling $16,000 from the Allendale Township Youth Athletic Association.

HUDSONVILLE — A man accused of bilking Allendale Little Leaguers out of $16,000 made a speedy, quiet appearance in District Court on Tuesday, where he waived a probable cause hearing and was ordered to stand trial.

James Michael Anderson, 42, is charged with felony embezzlement and faces a Sept. 23 arraignment in Ottawa County Circuit Court. If convicted, he faces up to five years in jail and $10,000 in fines.

Anderson turned away and sat silent when asked about his involvement. His attorney, Craig Jenison, would say little other than he is talking to the Ottawa County Prosecutor's Office regarding a possible plea.

However, Assistant Prosecutor Lee Fisher said no plea offer has been made, and he does not anticipate a deal being tendered.